Gosford Little Athletics is a vibrant sports club located in the Central Coast region of Australia. Situated at Garnet Adcock Park, Athletic Field, on Pacific Highway in Gosford, this club provides a fun and engaging environment for children to participate in athletics.
Every Friday, Gosford Little Athletics hosts various programmes and events for athletes of different age groups. For instance, on November 3rd, Programme 2 will include a Javelin competition for athletes aged U11 and above starting at 5:00pm. Additionally, there will be a 3 km run for athletes aged U13 and above that will commence at 5:40pm. Athletes who wish to compete must ensure their bib numbers are recorded at the finish line for lap counting.
As the 2023/2024 season approaches, all the necessary information regarding the upcoming Little A's season can be found on the club's website. It is advised that parents read through all the provided information before attending the designated date to collect their child's bib number.
Moreover, Gosford Little Athletics also offers registration for their senior club, Gosford Allstars Athletics. Athletes who are interested in joining this senior club can find all the relevant information on the club's website.
The club updates its programme regularly to offer a diverse range of events to the athletes. In Programme 1, which occurs in Week 1, there are Race Walking events for athletes aged U9 and above. These events begin at 5:30pm at the 1500m start line. For athletes aged U13 and above, the club offers 200m and 300m Hurdles, which will commence at 6:00pm.
Athletes participating in these events are advised to head straight to the designated start line and not to their first event.
In Programme 2, which takes place in Week 2, the club offers Javelin for athletes aged U11 and above, starting at 5:15pm. Athletes who wish to compete in Javelin must have their names recorded at the Javelin sector. Additionally, there is a 3 km run for athletes aged U13 and above, which will start at 5:45pm. Athletes competing in the 3 km run must have their numbers recorded at the finish line prior to the start time for lap counting.
After registering for lap counting, athletes can proceed to the 200m start line in preparation for the 5:45pm start.
It is important to note that spikes are only permitted for athletes in the U11 age group and older. Children in the U6 to U10 age groups are not allowed to wear spikes during competitions.
Furthermore, it is essential for parents to sign on with their child's age manager, track official, or canteen/bbq coordinator to have their assistance recorded towards their parent helper bond. Parents should ensure they have provided the athlete numbers of their children when signing on.
Gosford Little Athletics constantly strives to support and encourage its athletes, and during the 2023/2024 season, the club has achieved impressive statistics. With 77 athletes participating, there have been 47 personal bests, 200 throws, 1303 metres thrown, 188 jumps, 404 metres jumped, and 400 runs covering a total of 133,778 metres.
For the latest news, newsletters, and event calendar, individuals can visit the club's website and subscribe to the newsletter. Additionally, the club hosts a photo gallery where memorable moments from the competitions can be viewed.
Gosford Little Athletics is proud to be associated with Gosford Allstars Athletics, a senior club offering further opportunities for athletes. Both parents and athletes can find comprehensive information about the club, competitions, and other relevant details on the club's website.
Gosford Little Athletics is an inclusive community that fosters a love for athletics in young athletes. They strive to build a supportive and nurturing environment where children can develop their athletic skills while having fun. With a range of programmes and events, Gosford Little Athletics is committed to promoting active and healthy lifestyles for children in the Central Coast region.